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Veteran Tamil filmmaker and actor Bharathiraja passed away in Chennai on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the age of 84, leaving the Tamil film industry and generations of cinema lovers in deep mourning. His passing has been reported as a major loss for Tamil cinema, where he was widely respected for changing the way rural life was shown on screen. His death marks a major loss for Tamil cinema, where his films helped redefine rural storytelling and brought ordinary village lives to main

Kerala Steps Up Shigella Watch Kerala has strengthened health surveillance after a four-year-old girl from Kozhikode died following a Shigella infection, while fresh cases among schoolchildren in Wayanad triggered concern among health officials. Health officials are now focusing on school-level monitoring, safe drinking water checks and food hygiene inspections to prevent further spread among children.

Tiruvannamalai Girivalam Route Safety Under Focus After Two Cases Safety on the Tiruvannamalai Girivalam route has come under focus after two alleged incidents were reported near the Arunachaleswarar Temple area in Tamil Nadu. The route attracts thousands of devotees, especially during Pournami and festival days, making the issue a serious concern for pilgrims and local residents. According to r

IndiGo has temporarily paused flights to six international destinations as the airline adjusts part of its overseas network due to weak demand, higher costs and airspace-related pressure.   IndiGo Pauses Six Overseas Routes IndiGo has announced a temporary suspension of flights to six international destinations, affecting passengers planning trips to parts of Southeast Asia and China. The airline will pause services to La

IRCTC has stepped up its digital crackdown to make online train ticket booking fairer for genuine passengers. The corporation has flagged nearly 9 crore user accounts, with more than 3 crore suspicious IDs deactivated and another 6 crore accounts placed under verification to check their authenticity. The move is aimed at reducing misuse of the reservation system, especially during high-demand booking windows when confirmed tickets often disappear quickly.

Southwest monsoon 2026 has officially set in over Kerala after a short delay, marking the beginning of India’s crucial rainy season. The India Meteorological Department update comes as several states are preparing for heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds over the next few days. For farmers and residents waiting for relief from summer heat, the monsoon arrival is an important weather shift. Rain Al

Mumbai’s Air India Building Gets New Role Mumbai’s iconic Air India Building at Nariman Point has officially moved into Maharashtra government control after a ₹1,601 crore acquisition. The sea-facing 23-storey tower, built in 1974, has been one of the city’s most recognisable landmarks and was earlier known as Air India’s headquarters. The transfer was completed between Air India Assets Holding Li

N. Ravi’s Media Freedom Call Puts Focus Back On Free Press Veteran journalist N. Ravi has said that this is the time to create an ideal environment for media freedom, bringing fresh focus to the role of independent journalism in India’s democracy. His message comes at a time when public trust, editorial independence and responsible news reporting are again part of a larger national discussion.

Government Focuses On Village Students Tamil Nadu’s Higher Education Minister has said the State government’s goal is to ensure that every eligible student in every village is able to pursue higher education. The statement highlights the government’s larger focus on access, inclusion and equal opportunity in colleges and universities. The message is especially important for rural students, f

Historic First For St Stephen’s St Stephen’s College, one of Delhi University’s most recognised institutions, is set to appoint Professor Susan Elias as its first woman principal in its 145-year history. She is expected to take charge from June 1 and will become the 14th principal of the college. Her appointment is being seen as a major milestone for gender representation in leadership roles at top In

Goa is set for unstable weather on June 2 and 3 as IMD issued a yellow alert, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds while monsoon conditions strengthen near Kerala. Goa Under Yellow Alert For June 2-3 The India Meteorological Department, Panaji, has issued a yellow alert for Goa on June 2 and June 3. The warning comes as conditions are becoming favourable for the further advance of

Chola Records Return To Focus The Leiden copper plates, also known as the Anaimangalam copper plates, are among the most important written records of the Chola period. Their return to India has renewed interest in Tamil heritage, ancient inscriptions and the administrative strength of the Chola Empire. These plates are not merely inscriptions. They are historical documents that show how the Cholas recorded land grants, royal orders,

World Cup Fever Returns To India The FIFA World Cup 2026 may be hosted in the United States, Canada and Mexico, but the excitement will strongly echo across India. The tournament will run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with 48 teams competing in 104 matches, making it the biggest edition in World Cup history. For Indian football fans, the World Cup is not just an international sporting event. It is a celebration that returns every f

Dispute Over Goats In Mira Road Society Tension was reported at Poonam Cluster housing society in Mira Road near Mumbai after some residents objected to goats being kept on the society premises ahead of Bakri Eid, which falls on May 28, 2026. The disagreement reportedly began earlier this week and later escalated after videos of arguments and protests started circulating on social media. The issue gained at

Byju Raveendran Sentenced In Singapore Case Byju’s founder Byju Raveendran has reportedly been sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court in a contempt of court case. The matter is connected to allegations that he failed to follow court directions related to asset disclosure and legal proceedings. Reports also said the court directed him to surrender and pay costs of S$90,000. The development has once again brought Byju’s legal troubles into the spot